P0563

DTC P0563 System Voltage High




Circuit Description
The powertrain Control module (PCM) monitors the system voltage on the ignition feed terminals to the PCM. A system voltage DTC will set whenever the voltage is above a calibrated value.

Conditions for Setting the DTC
- Ignition "ON."
- System voltage is above 16 volts for 15 minutes

Action Taken When the DTC Sets
- The PCM will not illuminate the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL).
- The PCM will store as Failure Records only conditions which were present when the DTC was set. This information will not be stored as Freeze Frame data.

Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC
- A history DTC P0563 will clear after 40 consecutive warm-up cycles have occurred without a fault.
- DTC P0563 can be cleared by using the Tech 2 "Clear Info" function or by disconnecting the PCM battery feed.

Diagnostic Aids
If the DTC sets when an accessory is operated, check for a poor connection or excessive current draw.

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Test Description